Honoring the Legacy of Brother Roman Paul: “The Luckiest Man on the Face of the Earth” Wins First-Place CMA Award
We are humbled and filled with gratitude to share a special recognition honoring our late brother, Brother Roman Paul, OCSO (Kyle Berceau).
The powerful profile on his life and spiritual journey, titled “The Luckiest Man on the Face of the Earth” and published by Notre Dame Magazine, has been awarded First Place for Best Profile by the Catholic Media Association.
Written with deep grace and honesty, the piece captures Br. Roman Paul’s inspiring story—from his days as a Notre Dame graduate (’12) and sports administrator to his relentless search for God, which ultimately brought him to the quiet grounds of Mepkin Abbey. Though his monastic life was short, his profound faith, peaceful surrender, and quiet courage in the face of illness left an indelible mark on our community and all who knew him.
We invite you to read this beautifully written profile to learn more about the remarkable man whose memory continues to guide and inspire us.
- Read the award-winning story on Notre Dame Magazine: The Luckiest Man on the Face of the Earth
- Learn more about Br. Roman Paul’s life and legacy at Mepkin Abbey: Remembering Brother Roman Paul
Please join us in giving thanks for the gift of Br. Roman Paul’s life and for the storyteller’s art that brought his witness to light.
